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March 24, 2026
酒精jiǔjīng(jiu3jing1)
酒精 (jiǔ jīng) refers to alcohol, specifically ethanol, which is the type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. It is commonly used in both culinary contexts and discussions about health, safety, and chemistry. The term can denote both recreational alcohol and industrial alcohol, depending on the context.
Frequency#3822DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, alcohol plays a significant role in social gatherings and traditional ceremonies, such as toasting during banquets. 酒精 is often discussed in the context of health awareness campaigns, especially regarding drinking and driving.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant bottle of alcohol labeled '酒' (jiǔ) with a golden '精' (jīng) symbol shining on it. The '酒' represents drinks, while '精' suggests refinement, as in refined alcohol. This visual reminds you of both the substance and its purity.
Meanings of 酒精
jiǔjīng(jiu3jing1)
1alcohol
2ethanol CHCHOH
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About 酒精
酒精Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3822Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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乙醇 (yǐchún) - use 乙醇 when specifically referring to ethanol in a scientific or chemical context, whereas 酒精 can refer to alcohol more generally.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant bottle of alcohol labeled '酒' (jiǔ) with a golden '精' (jīng) symbol shining on it. The '酒' represents drinks, while '精' suggests refinement, as in refined alcohol. This visual reminds you of both the substance and its purity.
Usage Notes
Be aware that 酒精 is often used in formal contexts, such as scientific discussions or health warnings, rather than casual conversation about drinking. Common collocations include '酒精浓度' (alcohol concentration) and '酒精测试' (breathalyzer test). A common mistake is confusing it with '酒' (jiǔ), which generally refers to alcoholic drinks rather than the chemical itself.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 酒精 connects with other scientific and technical vocabulary, such as 化学 (huàxué - chemistry) and 乙醇 (yǐchún - ethanol). Focus on understanding its use in health and safety contexts, as well as its chemical properties.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, alcohol plays a significant role in social gatherings and traditional ceremonies, such as toasting during banquets. 酒精 is often discussed in the context of health awareness campaigns, especially regarding drinking and driving.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 酒精 with 酒 when discussing drinking, leading to phrases like '我喝酒精' (I drink alcohol), which may imply consuming pure ethanol. The correct phrase would be '我喝酒' (I drink alcohol).
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Grammar Patterns of 酒精
酒精 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 6 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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诺韦洛说大学生每年在____饮品上会消费掉42亿美元。
Novello says college students will spend $2 billion yearly on alcoholic beverages.
Both drivers were breathalysed at the scene of the accident.
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用酒精水平仪把架子弄平.
yòng jiǔ jīng shuǐ píng yí bǎ jià zǐ nòng píng.
Level off the shelves with a spirit level.
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该产品便成为含酒精成分高的甜葡萄酒.
gāi chǎn pǐn biàn chéng wéi hán jiǔ jīng chéng fēn gāo de tián pú táo jiǔ.
The product is a sweet dessert - type.
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喝暖的不含酒精的液体和吃一些甜的东西能够停止打颤.
hē nuǎn de bù hán jiǔ jīng de yè tǐ hé chī yī xiē tián de dōng xī néng gòu tíng zhǐ dǎ chàn.
Drinking warmnonalcoholly, non - alcoholic liquids and eating something sugary can stop the shivering.
Cultural Notes for 酒精
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In Chinese culture, alcohol plays a significant role in social gatherings and traditional ceremonies, such as toasting during banquets. 酒精 is often discussed in the context of health awareness campaigns, especially regarding drinking and driving.
Frequently Asked Questions about 酒精
酒 refers to alcoholic beverages in general, while 酒精 specifically refers to the chemical alcohol (ethanol) itself.
While it is often used in formal discussions, 酒精 can also come up in casual conversations about drinking, particularly when discussing effects or consumption.
Yes, 酒精 can refer to cooking alcohol used in recipes, but it's more common to specify the type of alcohol, like 料酒 (liàojiǔ) for cooking wine.
